- Lvl 10, 95 North Quay, Brisbane QLD 4000, Australia
- Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Knowledge empowers families to make better decisions about their future. Every year, Annelie Hovler presents to parent groups, special schools, advocacy organisations, and community groups across Queensland, sharing practical legal guidance on disability planning, estate planning, and future planning for families with special needs.
These presentations are offered completely free of charge to not-for-profit organisations, P&C associations, special schools, and advocacy groups. Whether your group meets in person or online, we provide accessible, jargon-free education on complex legal topics that matter to your community. Limited presentation slots are available each quarter—contact us to enquire about a workshop for your group.
Many families only seek legal advice when crisis strikes—after a loved one passes away, when capacity suddenly becomes an issue, or when they discover their planning doesn't protect government benefits. By then, options are limited and stress is high. Community education prevents these situations by equipping families with knowledge before they need it urgently.
Families facing disability planning or estate planning challenges often don't know what questions to ask or what options exist. They might not realise that standard inheritance can disqualify their child from NDIS support, or that guardianship requires formal QCAT applications once their child turns 18. Educational workshops give families the foundational knowledge they need to recognise when professional advice is necessary and what planning options are available.
Legal topics don't have to be intimidating or incomprehensible. Annelie presents complex information in straightforward language that non-lawyers can understand and apply to their own situations. Presentations are interactive, welcoming questions, and tailored to each group's specific interests and concerns.
We respect that every family's situation is different and that disability planning is deeply personal. Our presentations provide general guidance whilst acknowledging that individual circumstances require individual advice. The goal is to empower your community with knowledge, not to overwhelm them with legal technicalities.
How to structure your Will and estate plan to provide for a loved one with a disability whilst preserving their eligibility for Disability Support Pension, NDIS funding, and other essential government benefits. We explain testamentary trusts, Special Disability Trusts, and common mistakes to avoid.
What happens when your young person with a disability turns 18? We discuss capacity, consent, entering binding agreements, guardianship, decision-making authority, and the legal transition to adulthood for people with intellectual disabilities or cognitive impairments.
Detailed explanation of how trusts work, the benefits and obligations of Special Disability Trusts, who can establish them, what assets they can hold, and how they protect beneficiaries whilst maintaining government support eligibility.
Understanding Queensland's guardianship system, when QCAT applications are necessary, how to apply for guardianship or administration, what powers can be granted, and the role of the Public Guardian and Public Trustee in protecting vulnerable adults.
Our community presentations and workshops cover:
Topics customised to your group's specific interests, concerns, and questions about disability planning or estate planning
Complex legal concepts explained in accessible language without confusing jargon or technical terminology
Opportunity for attendees to ask questions, raise concerns, and discuss how topics apply to their situations
Real-world advice families can use, including when to seek professional help and what documents to prepare
Handouts, checklists, or summaries that attendees can take home for future reference
Information about how families can contact us for individual consultations if they need personalised advice
Our streamlined legal process is designed to ensure client success by providing efficient and effective legal services. We understand that navigating the legal system can be complex and time-consuming
Contact us with information about your organisation, group size, preferred format (in-person or online), and topics you'd like covered. We discuss your community's specific needs and interests to ensure the presentation is relevant and valuable.
We work with you to identify which topics would be most beneficial for your group. This might be a single focused topic like Special Disability Trusts, or a broader overview covering multiple aspects of disability planning and estate planning.
We confirm presentation details including date, time, duration (typically 45-90 minutes), location or online platform, expected attendance, and whether you'd like a Q&A session, workshop format, or traditional presentation style.
Annelie delivers the presentation to your group, covering agreed topics with plenty of opportunities for questions and discussion. Presentations are interactive and welcoming, creating a comfortable environment for attendees to engage with sensitive topics.
We provide relevant handouts, checklists, or resource materials for attendees to take away. We also make ourselves available for brief follow-up questions and provide contact information for families who need individual consultations.
Presentations to not-for-profit organisations, P&C associations, special schools, and advocacy groups are offered completely free of charge. This is our way of giving back to the community and ensuring families have access to important legal information regardless of their financial circumstances.
Absolutely. Whilst we have common presentation topics, we're happy to tailor content to your group's specific interests. If your community has particular concerns or questions about estate planning, disability law, or related topics, we'll create a presentation that addresses those needs.
Yes. We regularly facilitate workshops with self-advocacy groups of adults with mild intellectual disabilities. These sessions cover topics like consent, making decisions, entering agreements, understanding contracts, independence, and the role of guardians and supporters, all presented in accessible, respectful language.
We have limited presentation slots available each quarter, so booking 6-8 weeks in advance is recommended. However, we'll do our best to accommodate shorter timeframes if our schedule allows. Contact us as soon as you know you'd like a presentation for your group.
Yes. We offer both in-person and online presentations via Zoom or other video platforms. Online presentations work particularly well for geographically dispersed groups or when in-person meetings aren't practical. The interactive format works effectively in both delivery methods.
Annelie Hovler Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland, Australia Jurist, Sverige
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